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FC connection information
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SAS connection information
4. Library partition guidelines
Location requirements
The library must be installed in a supported rack on the provided rack shelves. Select a location with
access to the host server that meets the location requirements.
Table 13: Location requirements
Criteria
Rack requirements
Rack space requirements
Room temperature
Power source
Air quality
Humidity
Module and rack layout guidelines
When possible, install the base module near the middle of the rack at a convenient height for viewing and
operating the OCP and accessing the mailslot.
The library supports up to 3 expansion modules above and 3 expansion modules below the base module,
for a total of 7 modules. Each module occupies 3U.
For maximum library expansion, install the base module as the centered module of the rack, allowing 9U
above the top of the base module and 9U below the bottom of the base module.
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Location requirements
Definition
HPE G2 Enterprise Series, Enterprise Series, G2 Advanced Series,
Advanced Series, Standard Series, and other HPE square hole or round
hole racks
3U for the base module and 3U for each expansion module
10-35º C (50-95º F) for the tape library. Some tape drives have a more
limited temperature range when operating at high altitudes. Verify the tape
drive operating requirements before installing a tape drive in a high altitude
environment.
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AC power voltage: 100-240 VAC
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Line frequency: 50-60 Hz
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Library located near AC outlet(s)
The AC power cord is the library's main AC disconnect device and must be
easily accessible at all times.
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Place the library in an area with minimal sources of particulate
contamination.
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Avoid areas near frequently used doors and walkways, stacks of
supplies that collect dust, printers, and smoke-filled rooms.
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Excessive dust and debris can damage tapes and tape drives.
20-80 percent RH non-condensing
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